monitor speakers ms16

User Manual
MONITOR SPEAKERS MS
High-Performance, Active 16-Watt Personal Monitor System
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MONITOR SPEAKERS MS16 User Manual
Table of Contents
Thank you................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions...............................3
Legal Disclaimer......................................................3
Limited Warranty....................................................3
1. Introduction........................................................4
1.1 Shipment.....................................................................4
1.2 Initial operation........................................................4
1.3 Warranty......................................................................4
1.4 Online registration..................................................4
2. Control Elements and Connections.................4
3. Wiring and Application Example.....................5
4. Specifications.....................................................6
Thank you
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in us by
purchasing the BEHRINGER MONITOR SPEAKERS MS16. The MS16 are
active loudspeakers that can be used in a variety of applications,
e.g. for your computer setup, MIDI studio or to monitor your
keyboards and playbacks. For utmost flexibility, the MS16 feature a
broad range of connection options. Two stereo inputs enable you to
connect two sound sources. Additionally, we have equipped the MS16
with headphones and microphone connectors so you will enjoy the
allround features of your monitor speakers.
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Important Safety
Instructions
Terminals marked with this
symbol carry electrical
current of sufficient
magnitude to constitute risk of electric
shock. Use only high-quality professional
speaker cables with ¼" TS or twistlocking plugs pre-installed. All other
installation or modification should be
performed only by qualified personnel.
This symbol, wherever it
appears, alerts you to the
presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the enclosure voltage that may be sufficient to
constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it
appears, alerts you to
important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read
the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove the
top cover (or the rear section). No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain and moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing liquids and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions
are for use by qualified
service personnel only. To reduce the
risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the
operation instructions. Repairs have to be
performed by qualified service personnel.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with
the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to
a MAINS socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS
plug or an appliance
coupler is used as the
disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND
APPEARANCES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY
IS NOT GUARANTEED. BEHRINGER,
KLARK TEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA,
AND TURBOSOUND ARE PART OF THE
MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM).
ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY
OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS.
MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY
FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE
SUFFERED BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES
EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON
ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH
OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN.
COLORS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY
VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT.
MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD
THROUGH AUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS
AND RESELLERS ONLY. FULLFILLERS
AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF
MUSIC GROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY
NO AUTHORITY TO BIND MUSIC GROUP BY
ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED UNDERTAKING
OR REPRESENTATION. THIS MANUAL IS
COPYRIGHTED. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL
MAY BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED
IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY MEANS,
ELECTRONIC OR MECHANICAL, INCLUDING
PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF
ANY KIND, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITHOUT
THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
MUSIC GROUP IP LTD.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
© 2013 MUSIC Group IP Ltd.
Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay,
P.O. Box 146, Road Town, Tortola,
British Virgin Islands
LIMITED WARRANTY
For the applicable warranty terms
and conditions and additional
information regarding MUSIC
Group’s Limited Warranty, please
see complete details online at
www.music-group.com/warranty.
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1. Introduction
1.1 Shipment
The MS16 were carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure
secure transport. Should the condition of the cardboard box
suggest that damage may have taken place, please inspect the unit
immediately and look for physical indications of damage.
◊ Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us.
Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit
immediately as well as the transportation company from
which you took delivery of the unit. Otherwise, all claims for
replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.
Attention!
◊ The MS16 loudspeakers are capable of producing extreme
volumes. Please bear in mind, that high sound pressures
do not only temporarily damage your sense of hearing,
but can also cause permanent damage. Be careful to select a
suitable volume.
2. Control Elements and Connections
Left Speaker
1.2 Initial operation
Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation,
and never place the MS16 on top of an amplifier or in the vicinity of a
heater to avoid the risk of overheating.
◊ Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make
sure that the voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on
the label on the backside of your MS16.
Power is delivered via the cable attached to the unit. All required
safety precautions have been adhered to.
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Right Speaker
1.3 Warranty
Please take a few minutes and send us the completely filled out
warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase. You may also
register online at behringer.com. The serial number needed for the
registration is located on the rear of the unit. Failure to register your
product may void future warranty claims.
1.4 Online registration
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your
purchase by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and
conditions of our warranty carefully.
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Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention
to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty
service, please contact the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the
equipment was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not
be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our
subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in
the original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/
European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed,
please contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be
found in the support area of our website (http://behringer.com).
(1) MICROPHONE INPUT (1/4" TRS). This connector allows you to
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process
your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.
(5) Turn the VOLUME control to adjust the volume level of the
Thank you for your cooperation!
connect your dynamic microphone.
(2) Turn the MIC LEVEL control to adjust the volume of your
microphone. This control should be set fully counterclockwise
when connecting a microphone. When all connections are
made, slowly start raising gain.
(3) BASS control. Turn the bass control to adjust the bass level.
(4) TREBLE control. Turn the treble control to adjust the
treble level.
devices connected to your MS16.
◊ We would like to bring your attention to the fact that
high volume levels may damage your hearing and/or your
headphones. Please turn the VOLUME CONTROL all the way to
the left before powering up the unit. Please always pay keen
attention to an appropriate volume level.
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(6) Connect your headphones via the PHONES output (1/8" TRS)
to monitor any of the input devices. When headphones are
connected, the internal loudspeakers are automatically
switched off.
(7) The POWER switch turns the unit on or off. The POWER switch
should always be in the “Off” position when you are about to
connect your unit to the mains.
◊ Please note that the POWER switch does not disconnect
the device from the mains. If the device is not in use for a
long period of time, please disconnect it from the mains by
unplugging the power cord from the power socket.
3. Wiring and Application Example
The MONITOR SPEAKERS MS16 are designed to accommodate a
variety of different connector types for almost any situation you
may encounter.
You will find all audio inputs on the right speaker. The left speaker
only has one audio input which is fed from the right speaker.
First of all, you should connect the left to the right speaker by wiring
the attached speaker cable from the right speakers’ SPEAKER TO LEFT
connector to the SPEAKER FROM RIGHT connector of the left speaker.
Right Speaker
(8) The POWER LED lights up when power is switched on.
(9) INPUT 1 (1/8" TRS) allows you to connect audio equipment such
as CD/MD players.
(10) Use INPUT 2 (RCA) to connect your soundcard, keyboard or
expander.
◊ You can play back various signals by using both stereo
inputs simultaneously.
(11) SPEAKER TO LEFT connector. Connect both speakers by using
the speaker cable included in this package. As soon as both
speakers are properly connected, they will function as a stereo
speaker system.
Speaker Cable
(12) SPEAKER FROM RIGHT connector. Insert the speaker cable
from the SPEAKER TO LEFT connector.
Left Speaker
(13) AC POWER input. Connects your MS16 to the power source.
Before you connect the unit to the power source make sure that
the power switch is turned off and the volume control is turned
to the far left position to avoid any damage to speakers or any
other device.
(14) SERIAL NUMBER. Please take the time to fill in and return the
warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase, so as
to benefit from our extended warranty. Or register online at
(behringer.com).
Connect your soundcards’ speaker outputs to the MS16 stereo input.
Of course, you can also connect your keyboard or mixer to this input.
If you own an additional sound source—such as CD or MD player—
simply connect it to the second stereo input. Both input signals are
mixed in the MS16 which enables you to monitor two different sound
sources simultaneously.
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4. Specifications
Loudspeaker
Tweeter Ø 38 mm (1.5"), 4 Ω
Woofer Ø 100 mm (4"), 4 Ω
Audio Inputs
CD Player
Input 1
1/8" TRS stereo,
input level -10 dBm, 10 kΩ
Input 2
2 RCA stereo,
input level -10 dBm, 10 kΩ
Mic ¼" TRS, input level -50 dBm, 50 Ω
System Specifications
Output power
2 x 8 Watts
Frequency response
80 Hz to 20 kHz
Power Supply
Mains Voltages
Keyboard (Optional)
The MS16 are magnetically shielded which allows you to place them
near your computer monitor without causing interference or damage.
Do not place your MS16 near power amps to avoid induced hum.
To avoid feedback noise, do not get too close to the speakers with
a microphone. In case of feedback, change the position of the
microphone relative to the speakers or reduce the volume level.
USA/Canada
120 V~, 60 Hz
Europe/U.K./Australia
230 V~, 50 Hz
Japan
100 V~, 50 - 60 Hz
General export model
120/230 V~, 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption
0.14 x 0.28 x 0.33 A
230 x 120 x 100 V
Physical
Dimensions (H x W x D)
5 1/2 x 5 9/10 x 9 1/2"
140 x 150 x 241 mm
Weight
right: 4 2⁄3 lbs / 2.1 kg,
left: 3 lbs / 1.4 kg
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these
efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice.
Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
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